CHAPTER 258.

Kendrick and Bridget stepped back into the main hall of the Peterson mansion, where laughter and clinking glasses filled the air like music. The atmosphere was charged with excitement, yet a shadow hung over Kendrick’s thoughts. He led Bridget through the crowd, introducing her to family members, their warmth enveloping her like a well-worn blanket.

“Bridget, this is my cousin, Emily,” Kendrick said, gesturing to a lively woman with sparkling eyes and a welcoming smile. “She’s been my partner in crime since we were kids.”

“Nice to meet you, Emily,” Bridget said, returning the smile.

“Finally, someone who can keep this guy in line!” Emily laughed, giving Kendrick a playful nudge. “You’re in for quite the ride.”

As the evening progressed, Bridget seamlessly engaged with his family. Kendrick watched, filled with admiration as she shared stories and laughed easily, her presence brightening the room. For a moment, he allowed himself to forget the tension brewing just beneath the surface. H
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